Mission

Looking Good Santa Barbara (LGSB) is a City of Santa Barbara program joining residents, City staff and community representatives with the mission to reduce waste (reduce, reuse, recycle and compost) and contribute to a clean community through graffiti and litter abatement. LGSB is a local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and Keep California Beautiful.

New Video: Graffiti Vandalism Facts & Prevention

Clean SB Campaign

Clean SB is an initiative by the City's Environmental Service Division to connect residents and businesses with programs that help keep our city clean and sustainable. We've created this postcard sized Resource Guide for quick access to important tips, hotlines, and programs. Here are links to digital versions in English and Spanish so that you can print your own for your fridge or bulletin board.

Staff

Lorraine Cruz CarpenterExecutive Coordinator

After 14 years at the City, Lorraine currently has two roles. As Environmental Specialist II, she oversees recycling in city facilities, zero-waste events, and illegal dumping and single-use bag issues. As Executive Coordinator for Looking Good Santa Barbara, Lorraine administers the Adopt-A-Block program, Spirit of Service Awards, and neighborhood clean-ups with over 6,000 volunteers to date. Previously, she permitted 125 annual events as Special Events Coordinator for the Parks and Recreation Department, and served on the 2002 Olympic Torch Run Committee. Lorraine holds a Bachelors degree in Sociology from UCSB, has two small children, and loves golfing and spa visits.

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Looking Good Santa Barbara makes it easy to coordinate a community clean-up in your neighborhood. Contact us to discuss your neighborhood’s specific needs and customize an event with our staff. We work with residents or groups to publicize and plan a clean-up, coordinate other city services as needed, and supply materials and equipment.

Organizations (e.g., churches, Boy Scouts, Rotary Clubs) seeking a community service project are also encouraged to contact LGSB for ideas and assistance.

Litter-Free Event Permits

The City of Santa Barbara is required to meet a State mandate to divert 50% of its waste from landfills. In accordance, public events on City property must provide adequate recycling and trash receptacles for attendees, which is coordinated through the Looking Good Santa Barbara program. Please see Litter-Free Event Permit Application for specific requirements.

If you are attending an event, please use the recycling containers provided.